Which term is used for an expert who studies aging?
A. genealogist
B. gerontologist
C. oncologist
D. endocrinologist
Answer: B
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The part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for calming and restoring the body and conserving energy is the
a. somatic nervous system. b. reticular activating system. c. parasympathetic branch. d. sympathetic branch.
The concept that an employee serves at the discretion of an employer and can be terminated at any time for any reason is called ____________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
_____ is a prolonged and severe stress reaction to a catastrophic event
a) AIDS-related dementia b) Posttraumatic stress disorder c) Substance abuse d) Major depression
Which statement is true about cognitive intervention in late adulthood?
A) Interventions that train older people in cognitive strategies cannot reverse age-related declines. B) Older adults’ relatively well-preserved metacognition is a powerful asset in cognitive training efforts. C) Researchers have concluded that cognitive training enhances emotional well-being, but not cognitive skills. D) Cognitive intervention rarely results in improved day-to-day problem solving or working memory tasks.